A range of practical support is available, including:
Phone or text 07785 447466 for these services during office hours (9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday)
Your subject librarian can advise and support you with finding and using resources for your subject. To arrange a one-to-one appointment, visit your Library Subject Guide
A range of services are available at StudyHelp to assist you with your studies.
Induction loops are fitted at the UniHelp Desk.
Library Buddies are available to any student who has registered with DDS. Your buddy will be one of these three staff:
You will receive an email from your buddy, inviting you to get in contact for a one-to-one chat. They will discuss with you your particular library needs so that we can provide the best support for you, according to the nature of your disability.
The Library Buddies offer help with:
We welcome your comments and suggestions.
What you can borrow and how to use it
For advance booking of assistive equipment, please email the Library Team.
| Digital voice/audio recorder: | 3 |
| Ergonomic keyboards: High vis/Large print keyboards: | 3 |
| Ergonomic mice: Trackball mice: | 3 |
| Ergonomic chair | 1 |
| Writing slopes: | 2 |
| Document holders/bookrests: | 1 |
| Coloured overlays & reader ruler: | 2 sets |
| Magnifying sheets: | 3 |
| Daylight table lamps: | 3 |
| Wrist supports: | 3 |
| Laptop/ipad stands: | 2 |
Once you have registered with the Disability and Dyslexia Service your library account will be set up with extended loans and requests within 48 hours.
